Australian Rainbowfish - M

(Beginners?- yes)(Grows to- 3.5")(Temp- 70-80)(How many?- 2 or more, best in groups)  Active and very hardy.  Adapts to many community situations.  Will tolerate higher salt contents, and can be kept in brackish tanks.  Adult males are more colorful.   Give plenty of swimming room with some plants toward the rear.  Feed flakes and standard foods.  (Melanotaenia splendida australis.)